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What to do in Nottingham
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University of Nottingham
Overlooking a lake, the spire of the Trent Building is one of Nottingham’s most distinctive sites, representing over 135 years of higher education in the city.

Motorpoint Arena Nottingham
Catch an event at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham during your trip to Nottingham. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.

Theatre Royal
Watch an entertaining show and learn about the city’s dramatic arts scene at this prominent theater. Meet friends for a pre-show chat in the bar or restaurant.

City Ground
Catch an event at City Ground during your trip to Nottingham. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.

Trent Bridge
You can find out about the history of Nottingham with a visit to Trent Bridge. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.

Nottingham Castle
Hear tales of sieges, civil war, high treason and Robin Hood in this historic castle that conceals a labyrinth of underground tunnels.

Wollaton Hall
See the real-life Wayne Manor from the Batman franchise and explore its fascinating museum and vast scenic grounds where deer roam.

National Water Sports Centre
Kayaking, canoeing, whitewater rafting, ropes courses and mini-golf combine in one complex outside Nottingham, which also offers inexpensive accommodations.

Old Market Square
Find out about the public beatings and squalid conditions that were once a feature of this historic square as you relax and people-watch from a café.
Areas of Nottingham

Nottingham City Centre
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Nottingham City Centre. Make a stop by Old Market Square or Theatre Royal while you're exploring the area.

Lace Market
Lace Market is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to St Mary's Church or Nottingham Contemporary.

The Park
Though The Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nottingham Castle and Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem.
Basford
Though Basford may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rock City Nottingham and Theatre Royal.

Hockley
Bars, shopping and theatres highlight some of the notable features of Hockley. Make a stop by The Lost Caves while you're exploring.

Hyson Green
Hyson Green might not have many top sights, but Nottingham Cathedral and Rock City Nottingham are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
- University of Nottingham
- Theatre Royal
- Trent Bridge
- Nottingham Castle
- Wollaton Hall
- Queen's Medical Centre
- Nottingham Trent University Clifton Campus
- Nottingham Racecourse
- Rock City Nottingham
- University of Nottingham Jubilee Campus
- Old Market Square
- Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem
- Newstead Abbey
- Trent Bridge Cricket Ground
- Dusk till Dawn Poker and Casino
- Nottingham Greyhound Stadium
- Victoria Centre Shopping Mall
- National Justice Museum
- Meadow Lane
- Beeston Fields Golf Club
- St Mary's Church
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